Herb-Lemon Zest Butter

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Low Fod Map
Herb-Lemon Zest Butter
45 min.
2
408kcal

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Elevate your culinary creations with this delightful Herb-Lemon Zest Butter, a versatile and flavorful addition to any meal. Perfect for those who follow a vegetarian, gluten-free, or low FODMAP diet, this butter is not only easy to make but also packed with fresh herbaceous notes and a zesty kick that will tantalize your taste buds.

Imagine the rich, creamy texture of unsalted butter infused with a medley of vibrant herbs like flat-leaf parsley, chervil, tarragon, and chives, all harmoniously blended with the bright essence of lemon zest. This compound butter is a fantastic way to enhance your favorite dishes, whether you’re spreading it on warm, crusty bread, melting it over grilled vegetables, or using it to finish a succulent piece of fish or chicken.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can easily whip up this gourmet treat in your own kitchen. Plus, it’s a great make-ahead option, as it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or frozen for up to three months, ensuring you always have a burst of flavor at your fingertips. Treat yourself and your guests to the luxurious taste of homemade Herb-Lemon Zest Butter, and watch as it transforms even the simplest of meals into something extraordinary!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup herbs like: thym mixed such as flat-leaf parlsey, chervil, tarragon, and chives, chopped
  • teaspoon lemon zest finely grated
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted softened

Equipment

  • baking paper
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Put herbs on a work surface.
  2. Add butter and lemon zest. Finely chop together until well combined. Season with salt.
  3. Transfer to a sheet of parchment paper, placing on edge closest to you. Fold paper over and roll into a cylinder, twisting the ends; wrap airtight in foil. Chill until solid.
  4. DO AHEAD: Butter will keep refrigerated for up to 2 weeks or frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts

Calories408kcal
Protein0.57%
Fat99.17%
Carbs0.26%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35
Glycemic Load
0.02
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
3.487391350062%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:408.06kcal
20.4%
Fat:46.05g
70.85%
Saturated Fat:29.15g
182.21%
Carbohydrates:0.27g
0.09%
Net Carbohydrates:0.12g
0.04%
Sugar:0.08g
0.09%
Cholesterol:122.01mg
40.67%
Sodium:6.42mg
0.28%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.59g
1.18%
Vitamin A:1576.93IU
31.54%
Vitamin K:16.42µg
15.64%
Vitamin E:1.34mg
8.95%
Vitamin D:0.85µg
5.68%
Vitamin C:1.83mg
2.22%
Calcium:20.27mg
2.03%
Manganese:0.04mg
1.84%
Vitamin B12:0.1µg
1.61%
Phosphorus:15.42mg
1.54%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.32%
Copper:0.02mg
1.08%
Source:Epicurious